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10:00 am
Black-footed Ferret Rediscovery Day
Join us for Black-footed Ferret Rediscovery Day! Sustainability is an over-arching goal at the museum and our Black-footed Ferret Rediscovery Day will honor that tradition. The black-footed ferret, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in 1981 in Meeteetse, Wyoming. This turned the conservation world upside down. Fort Collins Natural Areas biologists will also be on-site to explain how you can visit Soapstone Natural Area to see this amazing species.
Also visit the Natural Areas Exhibit to learn about the conservation work being done to return black-footed ferrets to the wild. Meet our black-footed ferrets and watch as our furry friends tear into their weekend meal.
This event is free for all to attend.
10:30 am
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
Join Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend, Hu Hu Zhu, for a look at the stars. Take an imaginary trip to our Moon, learn how to find the Big Dipper and North Star, and see how we all share the same sky.
Please arrive early. The show will start at 10:30 a.m.
Runtime: 23 minutes | View the trailer
11:15 am
Dynamic Earth
In this film you’ll ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes as you explore the interlocking systems that shape Earth’s climate: the atmosphere, oceans, and the biosphere. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Please arrive early. The show will start at 11:15 a.m.
Runtime: 25 minutes | View the trailer!
2:00 pm
Grateful Dead 360
Explore music in a new light in the Otterbox Digital Dome Theater! FCMoD’s music series has something for everyone – from throwbacks of rock idols to the chart topping hits of today’s artists. The Dome’s 360° state-of-the-art digital projection systems bring these shows to life, while our booming surround sound system will have you hearing your favorite artists like never-before.
Please arrive early. The show will start at 2 p.m.
Runtime: 60 minutes. Pricing: $6/$4 for members
3:30 pm
Explore
Explore is the story of humanity’s fascination with the stars — from ancient stargazers and astrologers to the breakthrough discoveries of Nicolaus Copernicus and Johannes Kepler. Today’s explorers depend on Kepler’s genius for their work in space. Enjoy a beautifully visualized trip through the history of astronomy.
Please arrive early. The show will start at 3:30 p.m.
Runtime: 27 minutes | View the trailer